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EXPLORE CRATER LAKE
CRATER LAKE – The authorized concessionaire for the park, Explore Crater Lake, offers you an array of ways to explore the park, centered around its stunning, sapphire-blue lake — the deepest in the U.S. Visitors can explore hiking trails suited for all skill levels. The Cleetwood Cove Trail, a steep but rewarding descent, is the only path leading to the water’s edge, where visitors can swim, fish, or catch a boat tour (boat tours are closed in 2025-2026). The Rim Drive provides breathtaking panoramic views, perfect for cycling or a leisurely drive. Wildlife watching, fishing, and stargazing add to the fun. With adventure around every corner, Crater Lake is a wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts.
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ADVENTURES NEAR CRATER LAKE
Come. Explore. Enjoy…the area just south of Crater Lake National Park and be welcomed by the friendly communities of Chiloquin, Rocky Point, and Fort Klamath. Hike lush pine forests and paddle tranquil waters. Reel in a trophy trout while you watch eagles soar overhead. There are so many adventures to enjoy, we can’t list them all! Their popular visitor website has complete information on everything to see and do in the area.
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JACKSON COUNTY PARKS
JACKSON COUNTY – In Crater Lake Country, the variety is the attraction! Love camping, boating, or fishing near mountain lakes? Howard Prairie Resort is your place for fun. Want a short drive to Crater Lake National Park? You can’t get much closer than Joseph Stewart. Need nearby city amenities? Hook up near I-5 at Southern Oregon RV Park or The Point RV Park overlooking Emigrant Lake. Looking for a relaxing retreat? The spacious cabins, yurts, and campgrounds at Willow Lake are just right. Discover camping, rafting, hiking, fishing, RV’ing, and more in Jackson County. Click here or call (541) 774-8183.
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LAKE OF THE WOODS RESORT
(51 miles to Crater Lake) – This high mountain historic lake resort sits beside one of the clearest natural lakes found in Southern Oregon. Rekindle the spirit and family traditions of the Great Northwest with a getaway to this pristine area! One can enjoy cabin life, comfort food, the wonders of nature, and a variety of outdoor recreational activities… summer and winter! The resort also operates nearby Forest Service facilities with camping and day use areas. A true outdoor lover’s paradise, the resort offers catering for groups and is a premier wedding venue. Escape to Paradise! Location: 950 Harriman Route, Klamath Falls, OR, Phone: 1.866.201.4194
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RUNNING Y RESORT
KLAMATH FALLS (64 miles to Crater Lake) – Experience Southern Oregon’s premier destination resort, featuring an 82-room Lodge, custom homes, and chalets. Situated on 3600+ acres of pristine Oregon outback, this all-season resort near Crater Lake offers unique experiences throughout the year, from white water rafting in the summer to snowshoeing in the winter. Other outdoor activities include hiking, kayaking, geocaching, ice skating, and more. Our grounds include Oregon’s only Arnold Palmer-designed golf course, mini-golf, sports center with indoor pool, a full-service spa, and onsite dining. Resort location: 5500 Running Y Road, Klamath Falls, OR, Phone: 541.850.5500.
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ROGUE VALLEY ZIPLINE ADVENTURES
GOLD HILL (80 miles to Crater Lake) – See the Rogue Valley from above the trees on this five zipline course, featuring one of the most thrilling ziplines in the Pacific Northwest. Also home to the day long Zip, Dip & Sip Tour (includes zipping, lunch, rafting and wine). This popular attraction has earned it’s #1 TripAdvisor ranking and several Certificate of Excellence Awards. Reservations Required (Ages: 8+ yrs, Weight 65-275 lbs) Guide operated hands free tour. LOCATION: Shuttle location at Gold Hill I-5 Exit 40 (A Crater Lake corridor connecting route). 541-821-9476.
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OREGON SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
ASHLAND (89 miles to Crater Lake) – Celebrate the Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s landmark 90th “Homecoming” season in 2025! Stacked with powerful performers and thrilling shows, OSF brings you a dynamic lineup from March through October in scenic Ashland, Oregon. Get tickets starting at $36 and delight your friends and family. On stage in 2025: Julius Caesar, The Importance of Being Earnest, August Wilson’s Jitney, Shane, Fat Ham, As You Like It, Quixote Nuevo, The Merry Wives of Windsor, and Into The Woods. Location: 15 South Pioneer Street, Ashland, OR. Phone: 800-219-8161
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MORRISON’S ROGUE WILDERNESS LODGE AND ADVENTURES
MERLIN (101 miles to Crater Lake) Morrison’s Rogue Wilderness Lodge (formerly known as Rogue River Lodge) and Rogue Wilderness Adventures have been river leaders for 70 years. In addition to offering riverfront lodging (see listing under lodging, they also deliver exciting and enjoyable rafting, hiking and fishing trips that explore the renowned Rogue River up close and personal. They offer family-friendly rafting-single and multi-day trips, lodge to lodge, and camping trips. Their adventures will open your eyes to extortionary wildlife and allow you to have a cell-phone free vacation. Location: 325 Galice Road, Merlin, OR 97532 Phone: 1-800-336-1647
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WILDLIFE SAFARI
WINSTON (110 miles to Crater Lake) – This 600-acre drive-through animal park is just south of Roseburg (Exit 119 off I-5). The park is filled with hundreds of free-roaming animals from the Americas, Africa and Asia. Exciting family adventures include: photos with our ambassador cheetahs, feeding the giraffes, red pandas, or bears, camel rides, and meeting an African elephant! The park also offers day and overnight adventure camps for kids and adults. Safari Village is free to the public and includes a children’s petting zoo, educational keeper talks, Safari Café and gift shop. Open daily. Spring-Summer Hours: 9 AM – 6 PM daily, Winter Hours: 9 AM – 4PM daily, excluding Christmas & Thanksgiving. Get 15% off your drive thru tickets! Simply click the link below to purchase your tickets and the discount will be automatically applied at checkout. Location: 1790 Safari Rd, Winston, OR, Phone: 1.541.679.6761.
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BANDON BY THE SEA
OREGON’S GOLF COAST (187 miles to Crater Lake) – On the breathtaking South Coast, the charming and unspoiled seacoast town of Bandon is world-famous as the home of Bandon Dunes, one of the top golf destinations in the world. But Bandon offers far more than world class golf courses. Its charming Old Town and scenic beauty are also unparalleled. Enjoy birding, surfing, crabbing, fishing, and so much more! There are also numerous quality lodging choices. The people who live here love it, and each year, first-time visitors discover why. Visitor Center location: 300 Second Street, Old Town, Bandon, OR, Phone: 1.541.347.9616.
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RESORT STYLE RETIREMENT
CRATER LAKE COUNTRY – If you are vacationing in Crater Lake Country, you know it is a great place to visit. Why not retire here! Throughout the region there are a variety of great active retirement communities that offer welcoming apartment homes and cottages, fine dining, caring staffs, and full recreational opportunities. It is no wonder we call these independent communities “resort-style.” The editors of the national website RetireUSA.net have personally reviewed and selected the best Oregon communities to highlight on the Resort-Style-Retirement website.
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